Perioperative Three Dimensional Right Ventricular Function

Perioperative Three Dimensional Right Ventricular Function

This study addresses the influence of anesthesia induction, ventilation and influence of cardiac surgical procedures and cardio-pulmonary-bypass on right ventricular function. Influence on patient outcome is also studied. Three dimensional echocardiography is applied.

Inclusion Criteria:

• informed consent given
• cardiac surgical procedure
• left sided cardiac surgery or bypass surgery, ascending aortic surgery, assist device implantation

Exclusion Criteria:

• pregnant patients
• contraindication for transesophageal echocardiography